LOCHORE Meadows Country Park has now been awarded a Green Flag Award.
The area was recognised as part of four new winners in Fife for its thriving environment.
In the past, the Meedies operated as a working coalfield, at the heart of Fife’s mining industry. Physical reminders of its working past can still be seen, with the iconic Mary Pit Head towering over tourists, and a recently restored historic train on display.
The last pit closed in 1966, leaving what was described as a “wasteland”, before a major reclamation project transformed it into a space for community members to enjoy.
The Green Flag Awards are administered in Scotland by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful and set the benchmark for clean, safe and well-maintained parks and green spaces.
Ruairidh MacLeod, Awards Officer at Keep Scotland Beautiful, said: “We’re excited to announce the 2026 Green Flag Award-winning parks and community green spaces.
"These awards recognise the tremendous work being done by councils, community groups and other organisations to ensure their communities have access to safe and well-managed outdoor spaces.
“It is astonishing to see three parks receiving an award for the 20th consecutive year. This longevity is a testament to their commitment to providing residents and visitors with a fantastic space to connect with nature.
“We are also delighted to welcome three new winners and hope this is just the first of many awards in the years to come.
“I’d encourage everyone to use the summer months for a trip to one of our award winners. We live in a beautiful country and these spaces epitomise that.”
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